Teaching Adult Literacy

Principles and Practice (Skills for Life)

Nora Hughes, Irene Schwab

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Open University
07 April 2010

Literacy strategies; Adult education, continuous learning; Teaching skills & techniques; Educational material

Are you teaching or training to teach literacy to adult learners?

Do you want to update and deepen your practice?

Yes! Then this is the essential book for you!

In this book, the authors offer friendly guidance on how to work with adult learners to develop their literacy skills and practices. They challenge the negative view of adult literacy learners as social 'problems', often described in terms of their deficits. They promote an alternative view of people who have rich resources and skills in many areas of their lives which they can bring to the learning process.

The contributing authors have a wealth of experience as practitioners and researchers in the field. They pull together a wide range of current theory and research on adult literacy, offering new perspectives on theory and applications to everyday practice.

Key features include:

Case studies of real student experiences

Samples of learners’ writing with commentary and analysis

Application of linguistic theory to literacy teaching

Practical suggestions for teaching, planning and assessment

Guidance on supporting learners with dyslexia and global learning difficulties

Reflective tasks, encouraging readers to develop and apply their knowledge

This book is an invaluable resource for trainee teachers studying on literacy specialist courses leading to teaching qualifications, as well as for experienced practitioners wishing to update and deepen their practice.

By: Nora Hughes, Irene Schwab
Imprint: Open University
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 681g
ISBN: 9780335237364
ISBN 10: 0335237363
Publication Date: 07 April 2010
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Section One: Adult Literacy and Society Literacy in its Social Context Who are the Learners? Section Two: Language Awareness for Literacy Teachers How Language Works Language Variety Student Profiles and Sample texts Section Three: Teaching and Learning Literacy Reading Writing Speaking and Listening Assessment and Planning Section Four: Inclusive Learning Dyslexia Literacy Learning for Adults with Global Learning Difficulties Embedded Literacy